2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN 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 360 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 537 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Ascari | Citroen |
| Model | Ecosse | LN |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
