1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
