2010 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Rio | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1106 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2636 mm |
