1952 Austin A vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A.
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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A | Exige |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
