2005 Honda Insight vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Insight weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1302 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 1970 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Insight | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
