1995 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 384 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Probe | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
