1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Seven | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
