1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
