2002 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Insight | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
