2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 290 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ecosse | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
