1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 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 A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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 A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Honda | Ascari |
Model | 1300 | A10 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4941 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2636 mm |