1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Austin | Lotus |
Model | A 40 | Exige |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |