1997 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 1 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 241 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 90 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Holden | Italdesign |
Model | Nova | Nazca |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |