2006 Honda Insight vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1994 Opel Tigra 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. 1994 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Insight | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
