1980 Audi 80 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 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 132 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
