1999 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Prelude | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Prelude | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2301 mm |