1999 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Insight | 1007 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |