1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 99 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
