1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 6C | Insight |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
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 | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |