1993 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 232 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Impreza | Insight |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |