1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
