2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
