2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 21 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 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 | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
