1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Tempra | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
