2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1435 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |