2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
Model | 156 | Nazca |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |