2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 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 294 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 253 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Ascari | Austin |
Model | Ecosse | A 90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 214 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |