1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Seven | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |