1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Scoupe | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
