1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Eclat | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
