1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1979 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
