2009 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ascari KZ1 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 2009 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ascari KZ1 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | KZ1 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2489 mm |