2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Honda | Ascari |
| Model | HR-V | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2636 mm |
