1999 Audi A2 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
