1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 480 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
