2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 363 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
