1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 175 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
Model | Nazca | Altima |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |