1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 31 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tamora weights approximately 436 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Seven | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
