2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 425 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 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | N III |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 57.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 41 L |