2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Multipla | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Multipla | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |