1983 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
