1967 Lotus Seven vs. 1967 Peugeot 204
To start off, both 1967 Lotus Seven and 1967 Peugeot 204 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1967 Lotus Seven | 1967 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Seven | 204 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
