2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 348 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 537 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ascari | Honda |
| Model | Ecosse | Today |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
