1999 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 9 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 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Praktik is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Praktik (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 350 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Insight | Praktik |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |