1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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 254 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 191 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2002 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Abarth | Ascari |
| Model | 2400 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
