2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 22 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Centauri | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
