1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 131 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 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
