1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 134 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.

Because 1973 Chrysler Centura 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 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Centura 2013 Honda Insight
Make Chrysler Honda
Model Centura Insight
Year Released 1973 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1981 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1116 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2550 mm


 

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