1994 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A4 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
