2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1956 Austin A 30
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 567 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1956 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin |
| Model | Ecosse | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
