1989 Fiat Croma vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Legend |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
