2003 Honda Insight vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 70 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 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 205 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
