1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 126 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
Model | Alfasud | Nazca |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |