1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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 Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Nuvola | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |