1947 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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, 2005 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | 16 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
