1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 16 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 1969 Fiat Dino. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Legend |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |