1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 916 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Seven | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
