1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Abarth | Italdesign |
| Model | 750 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
