1979 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 560 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 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. 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 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | Insight |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2550 mm |
