2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Porsche 356 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Prelude | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
