1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 17 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35, 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Hyundai |
| Model | Nazca | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
