1957 Abarth Renault vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari A10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ascari |
| Model | Renault | A10 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |
