1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ascari |
| Model | A 70 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |
