1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 432 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Seven | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 54 L |
