1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 41 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corsica | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
