1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
