1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 556 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Elise |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
