1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2005 Kia Cerato is newer by 9 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) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Kia Cerato. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 195 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, 2005 Kia Cerato, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Italdesign | Kia |
Model | Nazca | Cerato |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |