1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 796 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
