2001 Honda Insight vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Jeep MB weights approximately 234 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1943 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Insight | MB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
