1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 2004 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 BMW 2004. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2004 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
