1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
