2000 Honda Insight vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | electric | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |