1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |