1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Zodiac | Nazca |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |