1947 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
Because 1947 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
