2005 Honda Insight vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight.
Because 1983 Pontiac 1000 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 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Insight | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
