2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |