1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ascari Ecosse 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 298 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 132 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1491 mm |
