1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 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) has 335 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 128 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin |
| Model | Ecosse | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
