2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 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 | 1315 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
