1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
