1984 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 131 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
