1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |