1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 975 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Lagonda | Insight |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |