2008 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 1050 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 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
