1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Fiat Strada

To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Honda Prelude 2010 Fiat Strada
Make Honda Fiat
Model Prelude Strada
Year Released 1978 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4444 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1644 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2718 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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