2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 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 Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
