2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona 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 312 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 277 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
