1995 Acura Legend vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 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 149 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | 850 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |
