1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Evora |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2576 mm |
