2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea. 2002 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1150 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
