1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 144 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Austin | Italdesign |
Model | 1300 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |