1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 73 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
