2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 159 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 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 | 18.0:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |