1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat 131 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 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Insight |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1365 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |