1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
