1962 Lotus Seven vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Seven (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Lotus Seven.
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:
| 1962 Lotus Seven | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Seven | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
