1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Abarth | Italdesign |
Model | 1000 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |