1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 571 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Ambassador | Insight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
