1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Austin | Lotus |
Model | A 40 | Elise |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |