1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
