1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 351 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 568 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ascari | Nissan |
| Model | Ecosse | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
