1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
