1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna 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 539 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ascari |
| Model | Duna | A10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2636 mm |
