1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 45 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 148 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |