1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford 2000 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 1977 Ford 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
