2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 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 358 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 59 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ascari | Fiat |
| Model | Ecosse | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
