1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
