1977 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 526 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
