2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 287 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 113 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Ascari | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Ecosse | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
