1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Fulvia | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |