2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 496 kg more than 2002 Fiat Punto. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
