1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 750 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 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 420 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
