1995 Acura Legend vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend 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 131 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda 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 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | Panda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
