2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri 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 190 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 2 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | Ecosse | Capri |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |