1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 44 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 1085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | MM |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 106 L |
