2001 Honda Insight vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 194 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 1978 Zastava 1500 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 1978 Zastava 1500. 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | Insight | 1500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |