1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Vivace | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
