1974 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 178 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Insight |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |