1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
