1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 372 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Alfasud | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
