1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Seven (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 35 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 35 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
