1975 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 226 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
