1970 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 618 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 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Insight |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |