1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1961 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Prelude | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |