1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sports Convertible | Prelude |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |