2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 477 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ascari | Opel |
| Model | Ecosse | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
