2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
