1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Honda Insight

To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GT 1999 Honda Insight
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GT Insight
Year Released 1967 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2410 mm


 

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