2004 Honda Insight vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Insight | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
