1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Insight |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |