2006 Honda Insight vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Insight | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |