1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight.
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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Insight |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |