2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | KZ1 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2040 mm |
