2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 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 293 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 43 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ascari | Volvo |
| Model | Ecosse | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
