1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Insight weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Fiat 126 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 1990 Fiat 126. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
