2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 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 344 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | Ecosse | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
