1983 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Insight |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |