2009 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Honda | Italdesign |
Model | Civic | Nazca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |