1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 251 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
Because 1996 Fiat 131 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 1996 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |