1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 315 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 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Sirion | N III |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
