1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 55 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1412 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Seven | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
