1977 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 67 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
