1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 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:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Insight |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |