2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
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 | 1140 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |