1972 AMC Matador vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador 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 236 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 484 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | AMC | Italdesign |
| Model | Matador | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
