1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 261 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Strada | Insight |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |