2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 735 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | N III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
