2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 317 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ascari | Fiat |
Model | Ecosse | 1500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |