1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Seven (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Seat 600 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
