1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Prelude | Bravo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 206 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 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |