1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 277 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Insight |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |