2003 Honda Insight vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Admiral 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 1973 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Admiral |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |