1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
Because 1976 Fiat 131 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 1976 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |