1976 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 263 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight.
Because 1976 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Insight |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |