1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
