1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 617 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Giulia | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 630 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
