1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Lancia Flaminia 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Flaminia | Insight |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |