1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 525 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 6C | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
