2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 306 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 283 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Ascari | Willys-Overland |
Model | Ecosse | Rural |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |