1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 723 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 1979 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 1979 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 | Insight |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 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 | 118 L | 40 L |