1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
