1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Prelude | 2600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |