1988 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda NSX 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
