1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1991 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Fiesta | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
