2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
