1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight.
Because 1971 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | Insight |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |