1991 Acura Legend vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 14 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
