1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, both 1970 Lotus Seven and 1970 Triumph 1300 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
Make | Lotus | Triumph |
Model | Seven | 1300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |