2012 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
