2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 575 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, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
