1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1957 Lotus Seven is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
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, 1953 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Seven | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 56 L |
