2005 Honda Insight vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
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 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1600. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | 1600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |