1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Insight |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |