1988 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1988 Fiat Panda and 1988 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Panda | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Legend |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 770 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |