1960 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 565 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | 7 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 73 L |
