1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Mondial | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |