1996 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord 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 490 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
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 Honda Accord, 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Honda | Ascari |
Model | Accord | A10 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |