1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 192 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 75 | Insight |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |