1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 160 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, 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
