1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1963 Lotus Elan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Elan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
