1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |
