1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1988 Honda Legend

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 130 1988 Honda Legend
Make Fiat Honda
Model 130 Legend
Year Released 1972 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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