1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
