1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 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 94 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Prelude | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
