2001 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra 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 430 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Acura | Ascari |
| Model | Integra | A10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2636 mm |
