1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |