1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
