1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 252 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Insight |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
