1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 261 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Italdesign | Skoda |
| Model | Nazca | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
