1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 1750 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
