2001 Honda Life vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2001 Honda Life 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 250 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 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | N III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
