1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
