1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 230 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 | 996 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
