2003 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 200 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Insight | Concerto |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |