2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 340 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
