1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 47 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.7 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
