2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 166 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
