1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
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, both vehicles can yield 168 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
