1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Insight |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |