2001 Acura Integra vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | Integra | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
