1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
