2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
