1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 524 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |