1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Panda | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
