1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 29 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 776 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 1971 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 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Seven | Alero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
