2005 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | N III |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
