1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 367 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Alfasud | Insight |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |