1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Prelude | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
