1996 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 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 223 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 138 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, 1996 Audi A3, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A3 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
