1976 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 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 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 166 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
