1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Insight |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |