2003 Honda Insight vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 210 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 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |