1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
