2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, both 2002 Ascari Ecosse and 2002 Mini One were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 307 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Ascari | Mini |
| Model | Ecosse | One |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
