2001 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 692 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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 1967 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
