1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Legend |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |