1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 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 352 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 448 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Ascari | Innocenti |
| Model | Ecosse | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
