1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.

Because 1970 Bizzarrini GT 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 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Bizzarrini GT 2013 Honda Insight
Make Bizzarrini Honda
Model GT Insight
Year Released 1970 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1050 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2550 mm


 

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