1975 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Scirocco | Insight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
