1973 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 447 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ascari KZ1 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 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Honda | Ascari |
| Model | Civic | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2636 mm |
