1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 371 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | Alfasud | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
