1964 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 930 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 Princess 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 Princess. 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Insight |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |