1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 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 Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
