1988 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Fiat Uno. 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Uno. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Uno | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Uno | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
