1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 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 291 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.

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, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 1991 Italdesign Nazca
Make Ford Italdesign
Model Festiva Nazca
Year Released 1992 1991
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1323 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2600 mm


 

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