1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
Because 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Cabriolet | Insight |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
