1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 133 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
