1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 36 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven.
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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Seven | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
