1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Saab 900 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 215 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Saab 900, 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Saab |
| Model | Nazca | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
