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 242 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |