1997 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
