1951 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 550 kg more than 1951 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Beetle | Insight |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
