1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 649 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 750 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |