1996 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight.
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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
