1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Brava | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1176 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
