1950 Mercury Roadster vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Mercury Roadster (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Mercury Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Mercury Roadster 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 1950 Mercury Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Mercury Roadster | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Insight |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4376 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
