2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
