1945 Austin 16 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1945 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |