2001 Honda Insight vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 weights approximately 24 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, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1992 Rover 100 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Insight | 100 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |