1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Austin | Lotus |
Model | A 40 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |