1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1963 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1963 Lotus Seven is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1963 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1963 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 110 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
