1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 225 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 265 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 Mini Cooper, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Italdesign | Mini |
Model | Nazca | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2547 mm |