2000 Honda NSX vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
