1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1996 Honda Prelude and 2012 Fiat Ulysse are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Honda Prelude | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Prelude | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |