2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 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 346 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 437 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Ascari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ecosse | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
