1999 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
