1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 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 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2005 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
