2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ascari A10 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 523 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant, 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ascari |
| Model | Vivant | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 102 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 1272 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2636 mm |
