1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Prelude |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |