2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
