1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 20 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 70 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 574 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, 2013 Acura TSX, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2013 Acura TSX | |
Make | Italdesign | Acura |
Model | Nazca | TSX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2708 mm |