1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Italdesign |
Model | Nova | Nazca |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |