1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146

To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 16 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.

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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Honda Prelude 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Honda Alfa Romeo
Model Prelude 146
Year Released 1982 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1829 cc 1351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 107 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 67.2 mm
Top Speed 183 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2550 mm


 

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