1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Honda Prelude were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo 155 (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
