2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
