1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | Insight |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |