1978 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | 100 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
