1978 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | GTS | Insight |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |