Young Version — April 1998

Compared with the Civic, the Integra can be harder to imagine as a car for driving and tuning. But if you want a car mainly for the street that you can occasionally push on a circuit or winding road, it's a very promising platform, according to Honda Twin Cam. Many examples of the previous DA6 generation—especially early models—are still around. A drawback is the limited number of dedicated tuning parts, but with a clear goal and careful choices, you can bring out the car's strong fundamentals. Their recommended setup starts with an approach similar to the Civic. Most owners use a simple air-cleaner and muffler tune for a modest power gain. The B16A can also use mechanical upgrades such as high-compression pistons, high-lift cams, and pulleys to approach the Type R's output…