1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 598 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. 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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 850 | Legend |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |