2008 Fiat Linea vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 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 Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Linea | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Linea | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |