1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 14 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
