2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 37 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), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1120 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | N III |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 182 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
