1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 944 | Insight |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |