1993 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Focus | A10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1138 mm |
