1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Fiat 500 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 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
