1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Seven | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
