1992 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 246 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Plymouth | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Insight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
