1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
