1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 10 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 230 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.
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:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Consorte | Seven |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
