2006 Honda Insight vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
