1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 40 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
