2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
