1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1600 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |