1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Fairlane 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fairlane | Insight |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |