1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 44 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 206 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
