1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 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 38 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |