2006 Honda Insight vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1983 ZIL 4104 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 1983 ZIL 4104. 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1983 ZIL 4104 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. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Honda | ZIL |
| Model | Insight | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
