1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nazca | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
