2006 Honda Insight vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Honda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Insight | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 108 L |
