2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |