1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 800 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Seven | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
