1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 400 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 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
