2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 269 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
