1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 213 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 | 940 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
