1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Honda Insight

To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 994 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 256 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Abarth 750 2002 Honda Insight
Make Abarth Honda
Model 750 Insight
Year Released 1956 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 123 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 584 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2410 mm


 

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