2001 Audi A2 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A2 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
