1972 Fiat 127 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 588 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
