1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 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 293 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Italdesign | Fiat |
Model | Nazca | Panda |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1107 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 | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |