1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |