1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |