1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP) has 441 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ascari |
| Model | 124 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 936 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2636 mm |
