1966 Lotus Seven vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Lotus Seven | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Seven | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 432 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
