1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 686 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alpine A 108 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 1957 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
