1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 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 232 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | Ecosse | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
