2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Fiat Multipla. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
