2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 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 232 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | Ecosse | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
