1951 Austin A vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 563 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Austin | Ascari |
| Model | A | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
