1997 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, both 1997 Honda NSX and 1997 Lancia K were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K, 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | K |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
