1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 445 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 60 | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
