1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Brava (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | N III |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |