2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | 156 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
