2011 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Insight | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Insight | Perdana |
Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |