1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
