1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 521 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
