1974 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. 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 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Laurel | Insight |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |