1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 178 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 1982 Ferrari Mondial 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 1982 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
