1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1952 Austin A 90 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 1952 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |