1993 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Legend | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
