1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lamborghini Jarama 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 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
| Model | Jarama | Insight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
