2000 Honda Insight vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 994 cc, 2000 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1969 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Insight | Haflinger |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |