1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 40 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
