1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 189 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |