1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 224 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.

Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 BMW 2002. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 2002 2013 Honda Insight
Make BMW Honda
Model 2002 Insight
Year Released 1968 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8 : 1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1026 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 40 L


 

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