2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
