1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Fit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
