1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 137 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
