1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 40 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Seven | Joice |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
