2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
