1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 10 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Italdesign | Vauxhall |
| Model | Nazca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
