1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 154 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 203 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Italdesign | Opel |
| Model | Nazca | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
