1970 Fiat 125 vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 1970 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
