1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 587 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
