1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 536 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
Model | Sports Convertible | Exige |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |