1970 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Insight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
