1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Bel Air | Insight |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |
