2000 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Triumph TR7 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 1977 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Insight | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
