2001 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra.
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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Astra | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
