1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 25 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 244 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
