2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ascari |
| Model | Vivant | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2636 mm |
