1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Honda | Italdesign |
Model | S-MX | Nazca |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |