1954 Buick 40 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Insight |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |