2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 173 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Barchetta | Insight |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |