1983 Ford Orion vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 36 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
