1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1969 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Italdesign Nazca | 1969 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
Model | Nazca | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |