2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ascari | Lotec |
| Model | KZ1 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1150 mm |
