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Honda Prelude 1600

General information

ModelHonda Prelude 1600
Year1979
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1602 ccm (97.75 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1602 ccm (97.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power81.10 PS (60 kW or 80 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque127 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke77.0 x 86.0 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed155.0 km/h (96.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0882 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3850 litres (1,017 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 pounds)
Overall length4100 mm (161.4 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2330 mm (91.7 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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