1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 53 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1587 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 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Seven | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Seven | Navara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3210 mm |