2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 9 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 157 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 408 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, 2003 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
| Model | 156 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| 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 | 189 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 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 | 1410 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
