1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
