2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
