1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 118 kg more than 1987 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |