2000 Fiat Brava vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 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. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 191 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |