1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 293 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Italdesign Nazca | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Italdesign | Lancia |
Model | Nazca | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |