2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 337 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 533 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ecosse | Sprite |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 83.7 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 Weight | 1247 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
