1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Gamma. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Gamma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Gamma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
