2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet 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 316 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 267 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ascari | Honda |
| Model | Ecosse | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
