1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2002 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 166 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 199 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2002 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Cuneo | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 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 | 1048 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1130 mm |
