1995 Acura Legend vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500.
Because 1943 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 1943 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1943 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1943 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | Legend | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1943 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |