1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 564 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 850 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 1964 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
