1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 125 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 125 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 1971 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
