1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 25 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 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
