1993 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Insight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
