1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Prelude | 166 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.6 mm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |