2006 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |