1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Corsair | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
