2006 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
