1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 1100. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |