1985 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
