1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Impala | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |