1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 387 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
