1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 159 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Because 1970 Audi 100 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 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | 100 | Insight |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1082 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |