1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 269 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Armadillo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1958 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
