1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 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 112 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
