2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 @ 7500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Spider | A10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
