1997 Honda NSX vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 198 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
