1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
