1991 Alpina B vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Alpina B 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 1991 Alpina B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
