1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | 146 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
