1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 244 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Rover |
| Model | Nazca | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
