1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ascari |
| Model | Centura | A10 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2636 mm |
