1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 150 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 765 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Vivace. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Vivace 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:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Legend |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2920 mm |
