1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 536 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
