1991 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
Because 1991 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. 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 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Insight |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |