1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Arna | Prelude |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |