1952 Austin A vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 58 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 16 kg more than 1952 Austin A. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A | Exige |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
