1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 270 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 1977 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Insight |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |