1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |