1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
