1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 56 kg more than 1966 Austin A 60. 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 60 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
