2009 Honda Insight vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Marcia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |