1977 Volvo 66 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Because 1977 Volvo 66 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 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 66 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 66 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
