1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1987 Fiat 126 and 1987 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 835 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 1987 Honda Legend | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Legend |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |