1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Insight weights approximately 204 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
