2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1953 Austin A 135

To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.

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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ascari Ecosse 1953 Austin A 135
Make Ascari Austin
Model Ecosse A 135
Year Released 2002 1953
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 251 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 2180 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5470 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1780 mm


 

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