1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 268 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 147 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | GTV | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1247 kg |
