1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GT | Insight |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |