2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV 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 371 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 512 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Ascari | Citroen |
| Model | Ecosse | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
