1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Italdesign | Dodge |
| Model | Nazca | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
