2001 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 159 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 2006 Opel Speedster 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 2006 Opel Speedster. 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |