1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1981 Dodge Omni is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Omni, 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Omni | Seven |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
