1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
