1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Insight |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |