1995 Ford Scorpio 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 Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 761 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.
Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
