2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 4 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 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 | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
