2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |