1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 717 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Berlina | Insight |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |