1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 50 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1054 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 84 L |
