1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 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 312 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | 133 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |