1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 24 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 52 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Seven | Ascona |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |