1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 7 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Prelude |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |