2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley 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) has 342 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 127 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. 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 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ascari | Morris |
| Model | Ecosse | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
