1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 29 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 655 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | N III |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
