1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Because 1985 Maserati 420 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 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati 420 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | 420 | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |