1959 Lotus Seven vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 755 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 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Seven | 505 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
