2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
