1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | AMC | Ascari |
| Model | Hornet | A10 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |
