1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 278 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 202 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1984 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Fiesta | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
