1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 555 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 Toyota Will, 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 Toyota Will (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2001 Toyota Will 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 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2001 Toyota Will | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | Will |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |