1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 36 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corsica | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |