1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Lancia Nea

To start off, 2001 Lancia Nea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,445 cc, 2001 Lancia Nea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Nea. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Nea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Nea weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.

Because 1999 Honda S2000 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Nea, 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, 2001 Lancia Nea (314 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Nea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000. 2001 Lancia Nea has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Nea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda S2000 2001 Lancia Nea
Make Honda Lancia
Model S2000 Nea
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2445 cc
Horse Power 238 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 314 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1370 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2590 mm


 

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