1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 8 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 161 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 693 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 2002 Lancia Thesis, 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) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Italdesign Nazca | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lancia |
| Model | Nazca | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
