1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tipo | Insight |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |