1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 51 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Seven | Antara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
