1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Insight weights approximately 126 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
