1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Coupe | Prelude |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |