1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |