1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 200 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Italdesign | Plymouth |
| Model | Nazca | Neon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
