1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 586 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, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Seven | 75 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
