2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 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 Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
