1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1965 Lotus Seven is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 40 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
