1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Insight |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 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 Weight | 1585 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |