1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 190 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 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 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 2400 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
