1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2003 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | 1900 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2636 mm |
