1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Lotus |
| Model | 16 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2240 mm |
