1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1983 Fiat Regata (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Regata | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
