1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
