1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
