2001 Honda Insight vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1974 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 1974 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Insight | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
