1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 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 271 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Italdesign | Smart |
Model | Nazca | ForFour |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |