1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Marcia | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
