1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 668 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Fiat | Ascari |
| Model | 126 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
