1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1996 Honda Legend

To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 495 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Fiat 1900 1996 Honda Legend
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1900 Legend
Year Released 1954 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 3472 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 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 1175 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 68 L


 

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