2001 Honda Insight vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 154 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Honda | Italdesign |
Model | Insight | Nazca |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |