1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Thesis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |