1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Prelude | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
