1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. 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 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
