2006 Honda Insight vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Insight | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
