1954 Austin A vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2012 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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A | Elise |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |
