1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 29 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 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 Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Prelude | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
