2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 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 295 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 397 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | Ecosse | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
