1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | AR 51 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 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 | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
