1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 39 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Seven | Safrane |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |