1996 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Renault | Ascari |
| Model | Clio | A10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 625 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2636 mm |
