1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | N III |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
