2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |