1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 373 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Ascari Ecosse | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
Model | Giulietta | Ecosse |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 678 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |