1999 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 238 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Ford | Italdesign |
Model | Focus | Nazca |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |