1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Prelude |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |