1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
Make | Alvis | Ascari |
Model | TA 21 | Ecosse |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1130 mm |