1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 75 | Insight |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |