2005 Honda Insight vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
