1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Honda Insight

To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.

Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Junior 2006 Honda Insight
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Junior Insight
Year Released 1969 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 40 L


 

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