1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 693 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. 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 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1998 Ascari Ecosse | |
Make | Alpine | Ascari |
Model | A 106 | Ecosse |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 4722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 678 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |