1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
