2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 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 79 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
