1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 319 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 248 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Giulia | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
