1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 40 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
