1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 90 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
