2000 Honda Insight vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 145 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.
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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 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 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Insight | 33 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |