1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
