1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 66 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
