2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ascari Ecosse 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 326 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 427 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ascari | Smart |
Model | Ecosse | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 92 Nm |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1542 mm |