1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | 124 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2430 mm |
