2001 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 64 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 616 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |