1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 580 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Concerto | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
