2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ascari Ecosse 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 293 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 163 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | Ecosse | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 145 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
