2006 Honda Insight vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1980 Triumph TR7 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 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Insight | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
