1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 237 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Vitz, 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Italdesign | Toyota |
Model | Nazca | Vitz |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |