1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 553 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Italdesign Nazca | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Italdesign | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nazca | Nova |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
