1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 36 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Seven | 405 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
