1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 567 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2002 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Abarth | Ascari |
| Model | 1000 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88.6 mm |
| 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 | 680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
