1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
