1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Insight |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |