1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 38 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 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 | 940 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |
