1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 504 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Abarth | Ascari |
| Model | 1600 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
