1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 190 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Insight |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |