2006 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 655 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | N III |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |