2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. 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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Duna | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
