1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Prelude |
Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |