2001 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 319 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 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Celica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |