2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Lada | Ascari |
| Model | Kalina | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2636 mm |
