1990 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 1979 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Legend | 131 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |