2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 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 411 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | KZ1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2620 mm |
