1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 889 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 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Seven | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| 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 | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
