1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 8 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 272 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Kia Rio, 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Italdesign | Kia |
| Model | Nazca | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
