1985 Fiat Argenta vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Fiat Argenta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Argenta | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Argenta | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
