1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 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 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
