1984 Holden Camira vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 194 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.
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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Camira | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
