1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
Model | Alfetta | Nazca |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |