1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 186 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Appia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
