2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, both 2003 Ascari KZ1 and 2003 Mazda Roadster were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 352 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | KZ1 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2270 mm |
