1991 Audi 80 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 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
