1988 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
