1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
