1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 24 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
