1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 190 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Italdesign | TVR |
| Model | Nazca | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
