1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 51 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
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 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Trevi | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
