1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 208 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
