1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Nova 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 1974 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Insight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
