1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Grand Break 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 Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | Insight |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1272 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
