1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 356 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
