1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 183 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 Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
