1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus, 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Italdesign | Kia |
Model | Nazca | Clarus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |