1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 540 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 2003 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1951 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1951 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
