2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 36 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 1045 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | N III |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
