2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1988 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude.

Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 1988 Honda Prelude
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Brera Prelude
Year Released 2006 1988
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2398 cc 1958 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm