1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
Model | Sprint | A10 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2636 mm |