1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 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 293 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500.
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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | 1500 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |