1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Graduate | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
